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India beat New Zealand by four wickets in the first ODI at Vadodara after chasing 300. Virat Kohli made 93, Shubman Gill 56, while KL Rahul finished unbeaten on 29 batting at six. Irfan Pathan defended Rahul’s position, citing reverse swing and his control, and praised Shreyas Iyer’s solid No.4 return in middle-order role comeback.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, January 12, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83435.31, down at 140.93 points or 0.17%, and the Nifty was at 25669.05, down at 14.25 points or 0.06%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.21 against the dollar.
The 2026 T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, begins on February 7. Amid rising India-Bangladesh tensions, Bangladesh sought venue changes, citing security concerns. Though matches may stay in India, reports say Chennai and Tiruvananthapuram could replace Kolkata, pending an ICC decision, with zero response still from officials.
The Makar Sankranti Brahmotsavams are set to commence today at Srisailam temple in Nandyal, AP, continuing for seven days with a five-day initiation concluding on January 18. Beginning today at 9 am, priests and deacons will perform the Brahmotsava Sankalpa, invoking Lord Shiva’s entry into the Yagasala and offering special prayers to Lord Chandishwar.
Trump’s motorcade was rerouted at Palm Beach International Airport due to a “suspicious object” found during security sweeps. Taking a circular route from Mar-a-Lago, the motorcade followed standard precautionary protocol. Air Force One was repositioned with lights off, while police created a moving blockade. Trump claimed he knew nothing about the object.
Heavy traffic has brought the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway to a near standstill as thousands of vehicles travel for Sankranti festival. Congestion is particularly severe at Pantangi Toll Plaza in Yadadri district, causing slow movement. Motorists expressed frustration, noting that such traffic snarls occur at the same toll plaza every year.
Heavy traffic has brought the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway to a near standstill as thousands of vehicles travel for Sankranti festival. Congestion is particularly severe at Pantangi Toll Plaza in Yadadri district, causing slow movement. Motorists expressed frustration, noting that such traffic snarls occur at the same toll plaza every year.
Yash Raj Films has ramped up excitement for its popular “Mardaani” franchise with a major announcement. “Mardaani 3,” starring Rani Mukerji, is confirmed to release in theatres on January 30, 2026, bringing the eagerly awaited sequel closer to audiences. The makers also unveiled the film’s first poster, offering a striking and intense visual glimpse of […]
A helicopter ride will be a unique highlight of this year’s Sankranti celebrations in the Godavari districts of AP. Arrangements in Narasapuram are now complete to offer tourists an unforgettable aerial experience, showcasing Antarvedi Temple, seashore, lighthouse, and Annachellella Ghat. The breathtaking bird’s-eye views promise to enhance best experience.
“The Raja Saab” opened strong at the box office, powered by Prabhas’ star appeal, but mixed to negative reviews, criticizing its muddled script, weak coherence, and poor logic, caused a sharp drop on day two. Makers trimmed scenes and added new footage, including Prabhas in an older look, hoping to revive audience interest during the […]
Gujarat Giants’ Sophie Devine delivered a sensational all-round performance against Delhi, scoring a blistering 95 off 42 balls and claiming 2 wickets for 21 runs. Her match-winning heroics peaked in the final over, defending 6 key runs to secure victory. Sophie’s stellar display earned her the well-deserved Player of the Match award in a true […]
Sivalakshmi, aged 86, wife of late former AP CM and former Tamil Nadu Governor Konijeti Rosaiah, passed away in the early hours today at her Ameerpet residence in Hyderabad. She had been unwell due to age-related ailments for some time. Her demise has deeply saddened family members and drawn condolences from leaders and political circles […]
Elon Musk and Donald Trump have had a fluctuating relationship, with Musk previously supporting Trump’s campaign and government cuts, then opposing his tax bill last year. The pair appear to have reconciled, dining together at Mar-A-Lago this month. Neither Musk nor SpaceX have responded to requests for comment on their renewed ties or discussions.
Hamas said it will dissolve its Gaza government once a Palestinian technocratic committee takes over under the US-brokered peace plan, though no timeline was given. Technocrats’ names and approvals remain unclear. Post-ceasefire violence continues, with 3 Palestinians killed. Talks with Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey aim to advance the committee and transition.
A U-Haul truck drove into a crowd during an anti-Iranian regime protest in Westwood, Los Angeles, injuring at least two. The incident occurred outside the Wilshire Federal Building, where thousands had gathered for a rally supporting ongoing protests in Iran. The peaceful demonstration was disrupted, prompting a police response to the chaotic scene.